Devoted to fostering the sustainability, robustness, security, stability, and overall development of
the Internet.
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) stands as a pivotal multistakeholder platform facilitating policy dialogues that tackle current and emerging issues within the Internet governance ecosystem. Devoted to fostering the sustainability, robustness, security, stability, and overall development of the Internet, the IGF places a special emphasis on facilitating content development and ensuring universal access to information and knowledge.
The West African Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) is a regional initiative that brings together various stakeholders to discuss and address internet-related issues in West Africa. It serves as a collaborative platform for governments, civil society organizations, academia, private sector representatives, and technical communities to engage in meaningful dialogue concerning Internet governance. First organized in 2008 , WAIGF plays a pivotal role in hosting regional Internet Governance Forum initiatives across West Africa. This collaborative effort ensures comprehensive and inclusive discussions on matters crucial to the continued development and governance of the Internet in the West African context.
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Who We Are
Our Mission
The West African Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) is a regional initiative that brings together various stakeholders to discuss and address internet-related issues in West Africa. It serves as a collaborative platform for governments, civil society organizations, academia, private sector representatives, and technical communities to engage in meaningful dialogue concerning Internet governance.
Objectives of the WAIGF
The West African Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) strives to advance awareness, capacity-building, digital transformation, content development, and socio-economic development through inclusive, multi-stakeholder dialogue.
Convene Regional and National Forums
Facilitate inclusive dialogue on Internet governance by organizing both national and regional forums that bring together stakeholders across sectors and countries.
Capacity Building through the West Africa School on Internet Governance (WASIG)
Strengthen the knowledge and skills of emerging leaders in the digital policy space through structured, in-depth training sessions and mentorship.
Promote Multistakeholder Engagement
Encourage collaboration among governments, civil society, academia, the private sector, and the technical community to address digital challenges and shape inclusive Internet policies.
Contribute to Regional and Global Policy Processes
Ensure that West African perspectives and recommendations feed into continental and global Internet governance platforms such as the African IGF, the UN IGF, WSIS+20, and the Global Digital Compact.
The MAG
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The Secretariat
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Regional & Global Relevance
The West African Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF) is a regional initiative that brings together various stakeholders to discuss and address internet-related issues in West Africa. It serves as a collaborative platform for governments, civil society organizations, academia, private sector representatives, and technical communities to engage in meaningful dialogue concerning Internet governance.
